Sylvia May Rush
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Sylvia May (Serpa) Rush of Goffstown NH went to be with God on August 14, 2022 while in hospice at Hanover Hill Nursing Home in Manchester, NH. Sylvia fought colon cancer and its residual effects and was in and out of several medical facilities in the past three years, after having her original treatment in 1986. She was tough and fought valiantly with help from her loving family and professional caregivers.
Sylvia was the only daughter of Joseph Serpa, Sr and Rose Augusta (Alves) Serpa of Edgartown, MA and was born in Oak Bluffs Hospital on August 23, 1938. She grew up on Martha's Vineyard amid a circle of close friends, and graduated from Edgartown High School in 1956.
Sylvia was predeceased by her parents and brother Joseph Serpa, Jr. She is survived by her husband of 61 years Joe Rush, their son Michael Rush and wife Bertha of Goffstown, son Kevin Rush and wife Margo of Shelton, CT, daughter Sharon Hebert and husband Bill of New Boston, grandsons Brandon Rush, his wife Stephanie and their three children, Derek Rush, and Jonathan Rush. Sylvia also has a niece and two nephews residing on Marth's Vineyard.
Sylvia enjoyed travelling the country visiting friends and sightseeing, and spending time with her family.
Calling hours will be Thursday, August 18 at French and Rising Funeral Home, 17 South Mast Street, Goffstown from 4-7 PM. A celebration of life will be held Friday, August 19 at the Congregational Church of Goffstown, 8 Main Street with interment to follow in Westlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 10538, Bedford NH 03110.